Qkat marketplace FAQs

Answers about shopping, service bookings, Qkat Purchase Protection, delivery, returns and support on Qkat.

Customer questions

Choose a question below for practical guidance.

What is Qkat?

Qkat helps customers discover products, stores, services and providers in Kenya. Available listings and fulfilment options depend on the business and your location.

How do I place an order?

Choose a product, check the store and item details, then choose an available delivery or store pickup option. Review the total before following the checkout instructions.

How do I book a service?

Choose a provider and service, select an available branch, date, time and specialist where offered, and review the booking and payment instructions.

Do I need an account to browse?

You can browse public pages without signing in. Ordering, booking and managing your activity may require an account and verification.

How does Qkat Purchase Protection work?

For transactions using Qkat Purchase Protection, verified payment is recorded separately from seller or provider payout. Settlement depends on completion, the applicable confirmation window and any holds or disputes. Check the terms shown for your transaction; Qkat Purchase Protection is not a promise of an automatic refund.

How do I pay?

Use the methods and instructions offered at checkout. A payment is complete only after provider verification; keep your transaction reference and check the payment status page.

How does delivery work?

Delivery availability, fees and estimates depend on your location, the store and the configured courier. Review the available option at checkout. There is no universal delivery time.

Can I collect from a store?

Choose store pickup when it is offered for your order. Check the participating branch and collection instructions before travelling.

How do I track an order?

Open My Orders & Bookings and select the transaction. Updates depend on the fulfilment information available; a live courier map is not available for every order.

How do I cancel an order?

Check the transaction details for available actions. If cancellation is unavailable, contact support with your reference. Fulfilment stage and the applicable policy affect the outcome.

How do I cancel or reschedule a booking?

Check your booking details and contact the provider or Qkat support with your reference. Changes depend on availability, the provider policy and whether the service has started.

What if my item is damaged or incorrect?

Keep photos, packaging and the order reference. Report the problem promptly through an available transaction dispute action or contact support. Do not confirm receipt as satisfactory while an issue remains unresolved.

How do returns work?

Return eligibility, instructions and any costs depend on the item, its condition and the applicable policy. Obtain instructions from the business or support before sending an item back.

How do refunds work?

Refund requests need review against the transaction and applicable policy. Approved refunds are processed through the payment provider; confirmation and timing depend on the provider. A request does not guarantee approval.

How do disputes work?

For eligible paid Qkat Purchase Protection transactions, reporting a problem creates a review and holds pending eligible allocations. Provide your reference and evidence. Already completed payouts may require separate reconciliation.

How do I know a store is verified?

Look for the Qkat verification badge on the public store profile. Verification reflects a review of business information; it does not guarantee every product or delivery outcome.

How do I know a service provider is verified?

Look for the Qkat verification badge on the provider profile and read the service details before booking. Verification does not guarantee a particular service result.

How can I report a seller or provider?

Contact Qkat support with the business name, transaction reference and a clear description of the issue. Include relevant evidence and avoid sharing passwords or payment credentials.

How can I sell on Qkat?

Register on the Qkat business portal, choose products or a combined products and services business, and complete the required setup and verification. Registration alone does not publish a marketplace store.

How can my business offer services?

Register on the business portal, choose services or a combined business, and configure services, branches and availability. Marketplace publication is subject to the required verification and eligibility checks.

How do I contact support?

Email [email protected] with your order or booking reference, or use the contact links provided on Qkat. Support availability and response time can vary.